Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites Recipe
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are bite-sized, crispy, and sweet pieces of thick bread coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture and pan-fried until golden. Served with maple syrup, these delicious treats combine the flavors of cinnamon rolls and classic French toast in a fun, easy-to-make appetizer or breakfast snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 36 bites (4 slices x 9 cubes each) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 4 thick slices white bread (preferably a day old, about 1 inch / 2.5 cm thick)
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs (or 3 small eggs)
- 1/4 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For Frying
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
Serving
- Maple syrup, for serving (not optional!)
Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Trim the crusts off each bread slice and cut each slice into 9 equal cubes. Uniform size ensures even cooking and a perfectly golden crust on all sides.
- Make the Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Mix the Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside to use as the coating for the French toast bites.
- Fry the First Batch: Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and hot but not browned, toss half of the bread cubes in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Place the cubes in the hot skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, tossing occasionally with a spatula or spoon to brown all sides evenly.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar: Immediately transfer the hot, cooked cubes into the cinnamon sugar mix and toss well until each piece is evenly coated. Transfer to a serving plate.
- Repeat: Add another 1/2 tablespoon of butter to the pan and repeat the frying and coating steps with the remaining bread cubes.
- Serve with Maple Syrup: Serve warm French Toast Bites with a generous drizzle or side of maple syrup. The crispy cinnamon sugar coating paired with the sweet syrup creates an irresistible treat.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture; fresh bread can get soggy.
- Ensure bread cubes are uniformly cut for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain even browning.
- Maple syrup is essential for authentic flavor and sweetness balance.
- Butter provides flavor and helps achieve a golden crust; do not substitute heavily with oil.
Keywords: Cinnamon roll, French toast, breakfast bites, cinnamon sugar, maple syrup, quick breakfast, sweet snack
